Property News · April 23, 2017

Living with history in Simon Carter's home


Menswear designer Simon Carter’s south London home is bursting with old storiesSimon Carter is recounting the history of his collection of mid-century glass which glows ruby red in the spring sunshine. “All the pieces are made by Whitefriars. I find the company fascinating because there’s something quintessentially English about its rise and fall. It began in 1717 and by the mid-20th century they were producing thousands of designs. But when cheaper imports started to flood the market in the 1970s it couldn’t compete. Instead of re-inventing, it collapsed.”The tale resonates with Carter, who may not be a household name in menswear design, but whose business has weathered two recessions with its range of Liberty shirts, trim tweeds and cufflinks. “We don’t do glossy ads or expensive shows. Ours is an unashamedly middle-class brand. We appeal to customers who don’t care about fashion, but appreciate good design,” he says. “I’m also reasonably good at business, which is where so many designers fail.” Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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